The "secret" to preserving the center conductor dielectric is to use a soldering tool that is capable of applying heat more quickly and melt the solder. Using an iron with insufficient heat mass and power requires you to apply heat for a long period of time, and that is what melts the insulation.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 11/12/2013 9:49 AM, Eugene Balinski wrote:
I also use a 40W Weller with good results.

The 25W do not work well and tend to melt the center
conductor.

73
K1NR



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